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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 11, 2016

April 11, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included minutes of the most recent Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Mortgage Rates, Unemployment

Can You Refinance into a VA Mortgage from Another Type of Mortgage? Yes, If You Qualify

April 8, 2016 by Robby Oakes

VA mortgages stand out as one of the biggest benefits to men and women serving in the military. Although private lenders make the loan, the Department of Veterans Affairs guarantees all VA mortgages, which is why these loans come with favorable terms and benefits not found with other mortgage types.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Refinancing, Mortgages

3 Psychological Hacks That Will Help You Sell Your Home Faster

April 7, 2016 by Robby Oakes

From real estate agents to home buyers, there are so many tips out there on how to sell your home that it can be overwhelming to determine which tricks will boost your success rate and make the sale. If you’re looking for a few sure-fire hacks for getting your home off the market quickly, the following may do a lot of the hard work for you so that selling won’t remain a worry for long.

Filed Under: Home Seller Tips Tagged With: Home Seller Tips, Staging Tips

5 Tips to Reduce Your Monthly Mortgage Payment

April 6, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Buying a home isn’t cheap – and even though mortgage rates are low, your own financial circumstances may mean that your monthly payment is more than you can afford. Whether you’re a new buyer looking to save money or a cash-strapped owner who needs to free up extra income, there are several ways you can lower your monthly payments – here are just five of them.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Monthly Mortgage Payment

Budgeting for a New Home?: 3 Unlikely Costs to Consider in Your Overall Budget

April 5, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you’re planning to buy a new home in the near future, you’re probably working hard to prepare a budget and determine how much you can afford before you start viewing homes. While it’s good to have an idea of what you can pay for a new house, many buyers routinely miss several key home buying costs that can later cause a variety of problems. Before you start looking for your new home, make sure you add these three commonly forgotten costs to your budget.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Tips, New Home Budget

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 4, 2016

April 4, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic calendar was full of new releases including pending home sales, Case-Shiller Home Price Indices and construction spending. Labor related reports including ADP payrolls, federal Non-farm payrolls, and the national unemployment rate were also released along with reports on consumer confidence and weekly reports on mortgage rates and new unemployment claims.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Case Shiller, Financial Reports, Mortgage Rates

3 Budget-Friendly DIY Weekend Renovations to Step into Spring

April 1, 2016 by Robby Oakes

The springtime is often the best time of the year for cleaning up and getting rid of old items, but with its proximity to the winter months it can still be hard to commit to large-scale renovations. If you’re looking for some small fixes to give your home a seasonal boost, here are a few options that won’t take up a lot of time.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Home Upgrades, Weekend Renovations

Rookie Mistakes: Don’t Make These 4 First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes

March 31, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Buying your first home is exciting. Many young people view homeownership as the definitive mark of adulthood, the final milestone on a decades-long journey. And while becoming a homeowner is cause for celebration, you’ll want to ensure you keep your enthusiasm in check just a little while longer.

Keep a level head and you’ll easily avoid these common mistakes first-time buyers make.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: First Time Home Buyers, Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Tips

Case-Shiller Report Shows Home Prices Rose in January

March 30, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Home prices were 5.70 percent higher year-over-year in January according to S&P Case-Shiller’s 20-City Home Price Index. Top year-over-year gains were posted by Portland, Oregon at 11.80 percent, San Francisco, California at 10.80 percent and Seattle Washington posted a year-over-year gain of 10.70 percent.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Case Shiller, Home Prices, Pending Home Sales

The Top 5 Mortgage Calculators on the Web and the Pros and Cons of Each

March 29, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you’re shopping for a great mortgage, you’ll want to use a mortgage calculator. Mortgage calculators keep getting more accurate and more complex, allowing you to explore the various details involved in a mortgage. Try one of these mortgage calculators to learn what you can expect.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Calculators

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